The Aegean has a way of holding on to you. It could be the particular blue of the water between islands, or the way whitewashed walls catch the afternoon light, or the smell of thyme on a hillside path above the sea. Whatever it is, the Cyclades are a place that people return to again and again, drawn back by something that's easier to feel than to explain. On this 09-day island journey, you will move through four of Greece's most celebrated destinations. Athens, the ancient capital where the journey begins, gives way to the ferry and the open Aegean, and from therethe islands take over. Paros with its traditional villages and unhurried charm, Santorini with its volcanic drama and legendary sunsets, and Ios with its golden beaches and easy warmth; each island distinct, each one memorable in its own right. This is a journey designed not to rush through the Cyclades, but to feel them properly, island by island, at the pace the Aegean deserves.
Greek Isles Experience
About the Trip
AAman Verma, Senior Travel ConsultantOur expert will guide you through this amazing journey.”
Tour Includes
AAman Verma, Senior Travel ConsultantOur expert will guide you through this amazing journey.”
Highlights
• Stroll through the cobbled alleys of Naoussa and Parikia, discovering Paro's hidden churches, Venetian ruins, and seafront charm
• Visit the Archaeological Site of Akrotiri in Santorini, the prehistoric settlement preserved under volcanic ash, often called the Pompeii of the Aegean
• Watch the sunset from Santorini's caldera edge, one of the most celebrated views in the world
• Explore Oia, Fira, and the black sand beaches of Perivolos and Red Beach
• Wander the whitewashed alleys of Ios' Chora, visit Homer's legendary tomb, and unwind on the golden sands of Mylopotas Beach
• Island-hop by ferry across the Aegean, with all transfers and ferry tickets included
Trip Summary
Arrival in Athens and Ferry to Paros
Your Cyclades island journey begins at Athens International Airport, where you are met and transferred to Piraeus, the port of Athens and the gateway to the Aegean. The ferry crossing to Paros sets the tone for everything that follows: open water, island silhouettes on the horizon, and a gradual shift away from the pace of the city.
Upon arrival in Paros, a transfer takes you to your hotel for check-in. The evening is entirely yours. Paros has a particular quality in the early evening, when the light goes golden and the harbourfront fills slowly with people. Find a table somewhere by the water, order something cold, and let the island begin to work its quiet magic.
Trip Summary
Your Cyclades island journey begins at Athens International Airport, where you are met and transferred to Piraeus, the port of Athens and the gateway to the Aegean. The ferry crossing to Paros sets the tone for everything that follows: open water, island silhouettes on the horizon, and a gradual shift away from the pace of the city.
Upon arrival in Paros, a transfer takes you to your hotel for check-in. The evening is entirely yours. Paros has a particular quality in the early evening, when the light goes golden and the harbourfront fills slowly with people. Find a table somewhere by the water, order something cold, and let the island begin to work its quiet magic.
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Dates and Prices
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Inclusions
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08 Nights accommodation in well-appointed hotels
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Daily Breakfast throughout the itinerary
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Airport arrival transfer from Athens International Airport to Piraeus Port
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Ferry tickets for all inter-island travel: Athens (Piraeus) – Paros – Santorini – Ios – Athens (Piraeus)
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Port-to-hotel and hotel-to-port transfers on all islands (Paros, Santorini, and Ios)
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Leisure time across all islands to explore at your own pace
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Assistance of local representatives at all arrival and departure points
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All applicable hotel taxes (excluding local city taxes and any optional excursions)
Exclusions
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The package includes only those services expressly stated under 'Inclusions' in the Package Proposal. All other services shall be treated as exclusions, including but not limited to:
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International and Domestic airfare
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Visa fees, VFS charges, and processing costs
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Goods and Services Tax (GST) and Tax Collected at Source (TCS), as applicable under prevailing government regulations
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Optional tours, excursions, and activities not forming part of the confirmed itinerary
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Entrance fees at monuments, attractions, and sightseeing points unless specifically included
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Meals not explicitly mentioned in the day-wise itinerary
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All personal expenses including but not limited to tips, gratuities, laundry, telephone calls,beverages, medical expenses, and camera/video charges
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Any cost arising due to change in itinerary or travel arrangements caused by circumstances beyondcontrol, including but not limited to flight disruptions, weather conditions, health issues, or force majeure events
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Any service, expense, or item not expressly specified under 'Inclusions'
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